A new study looks at how microscopic plants have been used as evidence in forensic investigations. Tiny plants such as moss are easy to miss. Many are no larger than an eyelash, and they usually grow ...

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Plant's band, Saving Grace, and singer Suzi Dian helped the rock legend access the "backwoods" of his musical inspiration.

In October, Poethig and fellow researcher Aaron Leichty — a former graduate student in Poethig’s lab — published research on ...

Turn vegetable leftovers into a playful adventure for children, inspiring them to explore nature and enjoy small daily ...

Ten great stories about 10 forgotten female scientists that we hope will inspire middle school readers to pursue their own ...

From creek beds to construction sites, North Texans keep stumbling onto dinosaur tracks, marine monsters and other fossils ...

The Wetland Supermarket, which will be open Wednesdays through Sundays until Jan. 4, gives kids of all ages a chance to dress up as an animal and browse the shelves for items they need in order to ...

The future of Australia’s science and technology sectors is bright with a group of eastern Sydney teenagers set to take home ...

So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for kids, but it’s also ...

LAist turns to local booksellers and librarians for recommendations for young readers — from picture books to graphic novels and young adult titles.